Quality Assurance Engineer II at Pearson

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Pearson is hiring a Quality Assurance Engineer II to develop and maintain automated test scripts using AI technologies, perform manual testing, and collaborate with engineering teams to ensure high-quality software delivery. The role involves creating test plans, identifying defects, analyzing data for quality improvements, and applying root cause analysis within an agile environment.

Highlights

Develop and maintain AI-driven automated test scripts for web, mobile, and backend applications.
Leverage AI-powered tools to generate and optimize test cases and data.
Perform manual testing for targeted verification and user stories.
Create comprehensive test plans and document defects.
Collaborate with development, product, and operations teams and provide design feedback.
Use root cause analysis (RCA) methodologies to solve quality issues.
Preferred technical skills: Microsoft Suite, SAS Enterprise Guide, JIRA, Zephyr, GitHub, mySQL, smartsheets, Confluence, Ultra Edit/Compare, Adobe Pro, Playwright (preferred), Cypress, Selenium.
Preferred soft skills: strong communication, teamwork, leadership, analytical mindset, adaptability, task prioritization.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with 5+ years experience in QA/testing and quality engineering; quality certifications preferred.
Compensation: Starting rate of $23/hour; full-time temporary position; not eligible for bonuses or benefits.

Quality Assurance Engineer II Full Description

Testing & Validation Skills:

Develop and maintain automated test scripts utilizing AI technologies for Web/mobile and/or backend applications

Leverage AI-powered testing tools to generate, optimize, and maintain test cases and test data

Perform targeted manual testing when needed and for story verification

Collaborate with the engineering team to understand requirements and provide early feedback on Design and Implementation

Create detailed, comprehensive test plans and cases

Identify, document, track, and verify defects

Review design plans, process procedures, and quality manuals

Maintain quality records and compliance documentation

Analyze data to identify trends and prevent defects

Recommend and implement corrective actions

Apply Root Cause Analysis (RCA) tools and methodologies for problem-solving

Work closely with development, product and operations teams

Promote agile principles: adaptability, transparency, iterative development

Technical Skills Preferred:

Microsoft Suite, SAS Enterprise Guide, JIRA, Zephyr, GitHub, mySQL, smartsheets, Confluence, Ultra Edit/Ultra Compare, Adobe Pro,

Playwright (Preferred), Cypress, Selenium or similar.

Soft Skills Preferred:

Strong communication, teamwork, & team leadership

Solid Analytical and problem-solving mindset

Adaptability to changing requirements & a change mindset

Lead the team to prioritize and manage multiple tasks

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline

Minimum of 5+ years of strong experience in QA/testing and quality engineering

Familiarity with quality tools and methodologies

Quality certifications (preferred)

Starting Rate: $23/Hourly

Note: This is a Fulltime, Temporary role. Applications are accepted until Sep 21, 2026.

This position is NOT bonus/benefits eligible. Information and guidelines on benefits offered is here .

Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

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Job Family: TECHNOLOGY

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